Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 13 July 2017
1211. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the procedure to be followed to facilitate a new version of an application for a PPS number for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34441/17]
View answerThe requirements for the allocation of a Personal Public Service (PPS) Number are:
- acceptable evidence of identity, which for EEA citizens is a current valid passport or national ID card where issued;
- evidence as to why a PPS Number is required (i.e., to carry out a transaction with a State body specified in legislation as permitted to use the PPS Number); and
- acceptable evidence of address (e.g., a utility bill in the person’s name).
Further detailed information on the allocation of PPS Numbers is available on the Department’s website at http://www.welfare.ie/en/Pages/Public-Service-Identity_holder.aspx
As the closest PPS Number allocation centre for this person is at Parnell Street, Dublin, she should attend there. Appointments for this location are booked via www.MyWelfare.ie.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
